Serving 481 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Alice Birney Waldorf-inspired ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 481 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alice Birney Waldorf-inspired's student population of 481 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
481 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 18, 2025
School Rankings
Alice Birney Waldorf-inspired ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alice Birney Waldorf-inspired is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4742 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
26%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
53%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alice Birney Waldorf-inspired's ranking?
Alice Birney Waldorf-inspired is ranked #4742 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Alice Birney Waldorf-inspired often compared to?
Alice Birney Waldorf-inspiredis often viewed alongside schools like Matsuyama Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Alice Birney Waldorf-inspired?
481 students attend Alice Birney Waldorf-inspired.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Alice Birney Waldorf-inspired students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alice Birney Waldorf-inspired?
Alice Birney Waldorf-inspired has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Alice Birney Waldorf-inspired offer ?
Alice Birney Waldorf-inspired offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Alice Birney Waldorf-inspired part of?
Alice Birney Waldorf-inspired is part of Sacramento City Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Alice Birney Waldorf-inspired located?
Alice Birney Waldorf-inspired is located in the Southwestern Sacramento neighborhood of Sacramento, CA. There are 28 other public schools located in Southwestern Sacramento.
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